Human genome

Human genome

The human genome consists of 23 chromosome and the small mitochondrial DNA. 22 of the 23 chromosomes are autosomal chromosome pairs and the last one being a gender-determining pair. In total, the human genome contains the sequences of the 3 billion chemical base pairs that make up human DNA and approximately 20,000-25,000 genes. By understanding human genome, scientists are able to develop new medical applications that can significantly advance the state of health care.

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angiokeratoma

Medical; Human genome

A skin disease characterized by small warty elevations or telangiectasias and epidermal thickening.

arcus senilis

Medical; Human genome

1) A corneal disease in which there is a deposition of phospholipid and cholesterol in the corneal stroma and anterior sclera. 2) A whitish ring-shaped or bow-shaped deposit in the cornea that ...

chronic

Medical; Human genome

A disease or condition that persists or progresses over a long period of time.

colorectal

Medical; Human genome

Having to do with the colon or the rectum.

endocrine gland

Medical; Human genome

1) Ductless glands that secrete substances which are released directly into the circulation and which influence metabolism and other body functions. 2) A gland (as the thyroid or the pituitary) ...

double heterozygote

Medical; Human genome

An individual who has two different gene mutations (i.e., is heterozygous) at two separate genetic loci.

eosinophils

Medical; Human genome

1) Granular leukocytes with a nucleus that usually has two lobes connected by a slender thread of chromatin, and cytoplasm containing coarse, round granules that are uniform in size and stainable by ...